River Trek Guide Service
+44River Trek Guide Service invites you to experience river fishing at its finest on the rivers of West Michigan. Based in the Grand Rapids area, but we also fish Muskegon, Newaygo and Ludington areas. We take you to whatever river is fishing best. Guide Steve Campbell is a native of Michigan and a man who has spent a lifetime fishing the local riverways. Steve welcomes beginners and experienced anglers on his guided river fishing trips.
The rivers of West Michigan are abundant with fish species throughout the year, so whichever season you choose to go out a catch is almost guaranteed. The rivers you can visit include the Grand, Muskegon, Pere Marquette, Manistee, and St. Mary’s Rivers. Steve will be able to out you on King Salmon, Atlantic Salmon, Coho Salmon, Steelhead, Brown Trout, and Smallmouth Bass among other species.
Fishing is done aboard an 18’ Alumaweld Jet boat originally built in 2012 with a capacity for up to three guests. Powered by a 115 HP Yamaha engine, this jet boat is excellent for the riverways of Michigan. It features a wireless trolling motor to allow you to access the very shallow parts quietly and without disturbing the fish.
The vessel also features a GPS and fishfinder used to locate the best fishing spots, fly fishing equipment, and life jackets for adults. If you plan on bringing your child along, please make sure you bring a life jacket to fit your child’s weight.
River Trek Guide Service provides quality gear for your use that includes Penn and Shimano reels, Loomis, Lamiglas, and St Croix rods, a variety of tackle, lures, and live bait. You will need to obtain a fishing license, for regulations check out the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. You are advised to wear warm clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat.
Steve has the experience and knowledge to put you on the fish and create a memorable experience on the water. Come and enjoy the beautiful scenery and quality fishing Michigan’s rivers have to offer.
Captain
Steve Campbell
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+54Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
96%
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Great day catching fish with my 2 sons
3/4 Day Trip - Warmwater Species on August 2, 2024
Captain Steve did a great job. This started even before the fishing started by checking in frequently and made sure we didn’t have issues or concerns. He put us on fish throughout our 6 hr adventure. He was great with my 2 sons and even helped teach the oldest how to fillet the fish. We caught a 4 lb. smallmouth and several in the 1.5 to 2 lb range. Great day of fishing. Thank you Captain Steve.
Captain Steve did a great job. This started even before the fishing started by checking in frequently and made sure we didn’t have issues or concerns. He put us on fish throughout our 6 hr adventure. He was great with my 2 sons and even helped teach the oldest how to fillet the fish. We caught a 4 lb. smallmouth and several in the 1.5 to 2 lb range. Great day of fishing. Thank you Captain Steve.
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Great captain
Full Day Trip - Salmon & Steelhead on September 6, 2024
Steve was friendly and fun to spend the day with. Knew the geography and the quarry. Spent the day working hard to put and keep us on quality fish and we boated plenty of beautiful salmon. Already looking forward to our next trip to Michigan and we won’t hesitate to fish with Steve again ASAP.
Steve was friendly and fun to spend the day with. Knew the geography and the quarry. Spent the day working hard to put and keep us on quality fish and we boated plenty of beautiful salmon. Already looking forward to our next trip to Michigan and we won’t hesitate to fish with Steve again ASAP.
The captain canceled
Trip was supposed to happen on December 28, 2024
The charter operator canceled 2 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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A great time on the river!
3/4 Day Trip - Warmwater Species on July 20, 2024
Our experience was great. It was an excellent day on the water. Steve was a super helpful guide, especially for a beginner like my teenage daughter. He really made the experience smooth.
Our experience was great. It was an excellent day on the water. Steve was a super helpful guide, especially for a beginner like my teenage daughter. He really made the experience smooth.
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Fishing with Steve
3/4 Day Trip - Salmon & Steelhead on April 1, 2025
FAQs about River Trek Guide Service
What are the trip rates for River Trek Guide Service?
River Trek Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
- US $350 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip - Warmwater Species (4 hours)
- US $350 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip - Winter Steelhead (4 hours)
- US $350 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Salmon & Steelhead (4 hours)
- US $400 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip - Salmon & Steelhead (6 hours)
- US $400 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip - Warmwater Species (6 hours)
- US $400 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip - Winter Steelhead (6 hours)
- US $450 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip - Salmon & Steelhead (8 hours)
- US $450 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip - Warmwater Species (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with River Trek Guide Service?
When you book a trip with River Trek Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Wireless Trolling Motor
What's included in the trip price with River Trek Guide Service?
Trips booked with River Trek Guide Service include:
- Rods, reels & tackle (Penn & Shimano reels, Loomis & Lama Glass rods)
- Live Bait (Purchased by Captain before the trip)
- Lures
- Fly Fishing Equipment
What types of fishing does River Trek Guide Service offer?
River Trek Guide Service offers the following type of fishing:
- River Fishing (Grand, Muskegon, Pere Marquette, Manistee, St. Mary)
What fishing techniques does River Trek Guide Service offer?
River Trek Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Fly Fishing
- Drift Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with River Trek Guide Service?
Top targeted fish species with River Trek Guide Service include:
- Bass (Largemouth)
- Bass (Smallmouth)
- Brown Trout
- Catfish
- Pike (Northern)
- Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
- Salmon (Atlantic)
- Salmon (Chinook)
- Salmon (Coho)
- Walleye
Your captain
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States
Captain Steve is a lifelong resident of Michigan, and as a person who enjoys the outdoors and loves fishing, he decided to fulfill his dream of becoming a fishing guide. It was a natural choice for Steve, who is a relaxed and fun-loving person and one who genuinely enjoys seeing his guests' smiling faces. Steve welcomes experienced anglers and beginners on his guided fishing trips.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
River Fishing
Grand, Muskegon, Pere Marquette, Manistee, St. Mary
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
GPS
Fishfinder
Wireless Trolling Motor
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Penn & Shimano reels, Loomis & Lama Glass rods
Live Bait
Purchased by Captain before the trip
Lures
Fly Fishing Equipment
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
5 years and over
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
How you can pay
Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
Cash
PayPal
Checks
Bank Transfer